Treatment Preparation & Aftercare Guide

Following these instructions helps ensure your treatment is performed safely and provides the best possible result.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Please contact Fresh Face Studio before your appointment if you:

Become pregnant or begin breastfeeding.
Develop a cold sore, skin infection, rash, or open wound.eczema flare, psoriasis flare
Have a sunburn or irritated skin.
Have taken isotretinoin (Accutane®) within the past 6–12 months.
Have recently received Botox®, dermal fillers, laser treatments, or another cosmetic procedure.
Start new prescription medications.
Experience significant changes in your health.

Contact Fresh Face Studio Immediately If You Experience the following after an Advanced Skin Treatment:

Severe swelling
Blistering
Signs of infection (pus, increasing redness, warmth, or fever)
Persistent pain that worsens instead of improving
Any unexpected reaction you don't feel comfortable with

Important: Every client receives a skin assessment before treatment. Fresh Face Studio reserves the right to modify or postpone treatment if it is determined that the treatment is not safe or appropriate on the day of your appointment.

Fresh Face Signature Facial

5- 7 Days Before Your Facial

Discontinue retinoids (Retinol, Retin-A®, Tretinoin, Adapalene, Tazarotene), unless otherwise directed by your provider.
Discontinue exfoliating acids, including glycolic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid, salicylic acid, and other AHAs/BHAs.
Avoid physical scrubs, cleansing brushes, and other exfoliating treatments.
Avoid waxing, threading, sugaring, dermaplaning, or depilatory creams in the treatment area.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure and tanning.
Do not introduce new skincare products.

48 Hours Before Your Appointment

Avoid picking, squeezing, or extracting blemishes at home.
Stay well hydrated.

First 24 hours After Your Facial

Avoid touching or picking your skin.
Avoid makeup if recommended by your provider.
Avoid excessive sweating, strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and swimming pools.
Do not use retinoids, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, or physical exfoliants.
Wear SPF 30 or higher if you’ll be outdoors.

For the Next 3–5 Days

Resume active skincare products only as directed by your provider.
Continue using gentle, hydrating skincare products.
Avoid picking at areas where extractions were performed.
Wear sunscreen daily and avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Collagen Induction Therapy

7 Days Before Your Appointment

Discontinue retinoids (Retinol, Retin-A®, Tretinoin, Adapalene, Tazarotene).
Discontinue exfoliating acids (AHA, BHA, glycolic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid, salicylic acid).
Avoid physical exfoliants, facial scrubs, and cleansing brushes.
Avoid waxing, threading, sugaring, dermaplaning, or depilatory creams in the treatment area.
Avoid excessive sun exposure, tanning, and sunburn.
Avoid introducing new skincare products that may irritate your skin.

48 Hours Before Your Appointment

Avoid alcohol, as it may increase sensitivity, inflamation, and bruising.
Stay well hydrated.
Avoid excessive heat, including saunas and steam rooms.

The Day of Your Appointment

Arrive with clean skin whenever possible.
Avoid wearing heavy makeup.
Eat a light meal and drink plenty of water before your appointment.
After Your Treatment
Microneedling stimulates your skin’s natural healing process. Mild redness, warmth, tightness, and sensitivity are expected for 24–72 hours.

First 24 Hours

Do not touch or pick at your skin.
Do not wear makeup.
Avoid strenuous exercise.
Avoid excessive sweating.
Avoid hot showers, hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms.
Avoid swimming.
Sleep on a clean pillowcase whenever possible.

First 72 Hours

Use only the cleanser, moisturizer, and post-treatment products recommended by your provider.
Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, vitamin C, benzoyl peroxide, and other active ingredients unless instructed otherwise.
Avoid exfoliating your skin.
Do not receive additional facial treatments.
Sun Protection
Wear SPF 30 or higher daily once your provider advises it’s appropriate.
Avoid direct sun exposure until your skin has fully recovered.
Wear a hat when outdoors for prolonged periods.

Corrective Chemical Peels

7 Days Before Your Appointment

Discontinue retinoids (Retinol, Retin-A®, Tretinoin, Adapalene, Tazarotene)
Discontinue exfoliating acids (AHA, BHA, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid)
Avoid physical exfoliants, facial scrubs, cleansing brushes, or exfoliating devices
Avoid waxing, threading, sugaring, dermaplaning, or depilatory creams in the treatment area
Avoid self-tanners on the treatment area, excessive sun exposure, tanning beds, sunburn
Avoid introducing new skincare products.

48 Hours Before Your Appointment

Avoid picking or squeezing blemishes.
Stay well hydrated.
Avoid excessive heat, including saunas and steam rooms.

The Day of Your Appointment

Arrive with clean skin whenever possible.
Avoid wearing heavy makeup.
Be prepared to discuss any recent changes to your skincare routine or health.

After Your Chemical Peel

Mild redness, dryness, tightness, flaking, or peeling may occur depending on the type and strength of your peel. Every client’s healing process is different.

First 24 Hours

Do not pick, peel, or scratch your skin.
Avoid excessive heat, sweating, exercise, saunas, steam rooms, and swimming pools.
Wear SPF
Use only the products recommended by your provider.

Until Your Skin Has Completely Healed Avoid:

Retinoids
Exfoliating acids
Vitamin C serums (unless instructed otherwise)
Benzoyl peroxide
Facial scrubs, Cleansing brushes,

Waxing or hair removal in the treated area

Continue using:

Gentle cleanser
Hydrating moisturizer
Broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every day

Do not pull or pick peeling skin, as this can increase irritation and the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or scarring.